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Molosser
type of dog
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Moyen
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
Molosser, or more commonly molossus, is one of four types of dogs defined by French veterinarian Jean Pierre Mégnin, characterized by anatomical features such as massive head and body, short muzzle, long and thick lips, short and drooping ears (or erect as in the case of the French Bulldog).
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The term molossus dates back to antiquity and derives from the Molossian people living in Epirus who provided Alexander the Great with his dog Peritas. According to the nomenclature of the International Canine Federation, the majority of molosses belong to group 2 of which they make up the second section. This is divided into two subsections, mastiff-type molossus and mountain-type molossus. As for small molosses, they belong to the eighth section of group 9 of companion dogs.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Modéré
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day are sufficient.
- 4Moderate grooming — weekly brushing is sufficient.
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What human age for a molosser ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a molosser ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
221 g
per day · 839 kcal
111 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Molosser
Does the Mastiff suit apartment living?+
How much exercise per day for a Mastiff?+
What is the life expectancy of a Mastiff?+
Is the Mastiff good with children?+
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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